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Guaranteeing that the meaning of the exchange data remains the same on both ends of the transaction is _____________ interoperability.

  1. Functional

  2. Operational

  3. Semantic

  4. Technical

The correct answer is: Semantic

Semantic interoperability ensures that the meaning of the exchanged data remains the same on both ends of a transaction. This type of interoperability focuses on ensuring that the exchanged information is understood in the same way by different systems or users. Functional interoperability refers to the ability of one system to correctly interpret the functions of another system. Operational interoperability focuses on the ability of different systems to interact with each other in a coordinated manner. Technical interoperability is related to the ability of different systems to connect and communicate effectively in terms of data transmission and protocols.